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Lalo

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Vibist-composer Lalo’s self-titled debut from 2003 featured a compelling trio consisting of bassist Kermit Driscoll and drummer Todd Isler. Favorable reviews abounded: “Lalo has injected some rock vitality into the vibraphone,” proclaimed host Liane Hansen during a feature interview on NPR Weekend Edition Sunday. “Lalo’s music exists as a playground made of sound,” read a Jazz Times magazine feature on the vibraphonist. The Village Voice said, “If Lionel Hampton joined ‘80s King Crimson, he might’ve played vibraphone like Lalo.” With her first release, Lalo established herself as an artist of innovation and skill

Album

Half Moon

Label: Kadooga Music
Released: 2006
Track listing: Dreamwalker; Hands; Everyday; Tango for T. Lynn; Adventures of the BQE; Waves; Half Moon; Seductive Grace; Curiosity.

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Article: Album Review

Lalo: Half Moon

Read "Half Moon" reviewed by John Kelman


On her self-titled debut, vibraphonist Lalo placed her instrument's inherently ethereal tone in a decidedly more assertive rock stance that nevertheless retained a lyrical elegance. This followup broadens the scope with a larger cast of characters and greater emphasis on atmosphere and composition. Improvisation is an element to be sure, but a less dominant partner to ...

Album

Lalo

Label: Kadooga Music
Released: 2003
Track listing: LFG Walks In; Little Friendly Giant; Traveling; Dance: Lucy's Story; Revolving Door; Clockmaker; Dance: Majesty; Chameleon; Dance.

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Article: Album Review

Lalo: Lalo

Read "Lalo" reviewed by Javier AQ Ortiz


Quick and to the Point: Fresh vibe-led jazz. Check it out. Vibraphonist Laura Friedman, otherwise known as “Lalo," steps out on this notable self-titled release. Her drummer/ percussionist Todd Isler and electric bassist Kermit Driscoll manage a contemporary aural distinctiveness, enhanced by judicious usage of ethnic percussive color (such as the use of udu, ...


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